. >> the defining moment -- >> disaster in japan. an extraordinary new look at the moment of the crisis. >> allows us to cover the story with more dimensions. we spend time talking to people. i think that's really powerful component of the show. >> the wind has been gusting here 30, 40, 50 miles per hour all day. we're in south central iraq now. >> david of the complete package. super smart, super handsome, really fun. tremendous ability. loved journalism and just loved to be able to jump into a story. >> we have taken this job of "weekend today," but my true passion and true love is still reporting. and he was able it combine the two of them. >> the image that comes to my mind and probably everyone else's is david on the tank. t going through the desert. >> i would be remiss if i let you go without passing along to all the good wishes from your colleagues here at "weekend today." i add my voice. see you soon. please stay safe. >> reporter: thanks, i look forward to getting home. >> bye. >> i got a call the night that david died. i d